A bold statement from Sir Keir Starmer has ignited a debate: Should MPs have a say in sending British troops to Ukraine?
In a recent development, Sir Keir pledged that MPs would get a vote on the deployment of British soldiers to oversee any peace agreement in Ukraine. This move, consistent with "recent practice" in Parliament, has sparked controversy and raised important questions about the role of our elected representatives in military decision-making.
The UK and France have reaffirmed their commitment to deploy troops to deter further Russian aggression in Ukraine. Sir Keir, however, has not disclosed the exact number of troops involved, stating it would align with military plans.
During Prime Minister's Questions, Sir Keir outlined that British personnel would engage in "deterrence operations" and safeguard new military "hubs" planned in Ukraine. While the prime minister did not confirm if a vote would precede troop deployment, his press secretary later clarified that Parliament would have a say before any long-term UK forces' commitment.
But here's where it gets controversial: the press
